The Doom of Reconstruction: The Liberal Republicans in the Civil War Era (Reconstructing America)
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Book Synopsis: In the Election of 1872 the conflict between President U. S. Grant and Horace Greeley has been typically understood as a battle for the soul of the ruling Republican Party. In this innovative study, Andrew Slap argues forcefully that the campaign was more than a narrow struggle between Party elites and a class-based radical reform movement. The election, he demonstrates, had broad consequences: in their opposition to widespread Federal corruption, Greeley Republicans unintentionally doomed Reconstruction of any kind, even as they lost the election. Based on close readings of newspapers, party documents, and other primary sources, Slap confronts one of the major questions in American political history: How, and why, did Reconstruction come to an end? His focus on the unintended consequences of Liberal Republican politics is a provocative contribution to this important debate.
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If you're a history enthusiast, then "The Doom of Reconstruction: The Liberal Republicans in the Civil War Era" is a must-read. This groundbreaking book by Andrew Slap offers a fresh perspective on the Election of 1872, which is often seen as a battle for control within the Republican Party. However, Slap goes beyond the surface and uncovers a fascinating story of unintended consequences.
Unlike other historians, Slap argues that the Greeley Republicans, in their quest to fight against widespread corruption, unknowingly sealed the fate of Reconstruction. By focusing on the unintended consequences of Liberal Republican politics, Slap sheds light on the abrupt end of this critical era in American history.
Supported by meticulous research from primary sources such as newspapers and party documents, "The Doom of Reconstruction" presents a thought-provoking analysis of why and how Reconstruction came to a close. Whether you're a student, scholar, or simply curious about this pivotal period, this book is an essential addition to your collection.
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